Heaveguard - Lateral Heave Protection for Foundations
Key Features
BBA Certified
All Cordek products are BBA certified for quality assurance
Next Day Delivery
Fast delivery across the UK for your project timelines
Sustainable
BREEAM A+ rated products for environmentally conscious projects
Perfect For:
- Residential foundations and ground beams
- Commercial building projects
- Ground heave protection systems
- Gas venting and radon protection
- Pile caps and foundation formwork
- Contaminated land remediation
Why Choose NextDaySteel for Groundworks?
Description
Protect your foundations from lateral ground heave with Heaveguard, a compressible low-density Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) product from Cordek. Designed to reduce lateral forces on structures, Heaveguard is typically used on the inside face of piled ground beams or deep trench fill foundations. BBA certified and NHBC compliant, it’s available in a wide range of sheet sizes and thicknesses (50–75 mm) to suit various soil conditions. Its green color ensures easy identification on-site, and it can be supplied as a pile collar to complement Cordek’s Cellcore range. Ideal for residential and commercial projects, Heaveguard enhances foundation stability in expansive soils. Contact Next Day Steel at 020 8079 7719 for expert specification advice and order now for next-day delivery across the UK.
Product Specifications
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Type |
Lateral Heave Protection |
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Material |
Compressible Low-Density EPS |
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Thickness |
50 mm (Medium), 75 mm (High), per soil plasticity index |
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Compression |
50% compression at 40 kN/m², minimal at <20 kN/m² |
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Applications |
Piled ground beams, deep trench fill foundations |
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Standards Compliance |
BBA certified, NHBC compliant |
Key Features
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Reduces lateral forces from ground heave for stable foundations.
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BBA certified and NHBC compliant for reliability.
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Available in multiple sheet sizes and thicknesses for flexibility.
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Green-colored for easy on-site identification.
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Next-day delivery available across the UK.
What is Heaveguard used for?
Heaveguard is used to protect the inside face of piled ground beams and deep trench fill foundations from lateral ground heave in expansive soils like clay.
How do I select the right Heaveguard thickness?
Choose thickness based on soil plasticity index (e.g., 50 mm for PI 20–40, 75 mm for PI 40–60). Contact Next Day Steel at 020 8079 7719 for expert guidance.
Does Heaveguard meet industry standards?
Yes, it is BBA certified and NHBC compliant, ensuring high-quality performance for foundation protection.
Can I get Heaveguard delivered next day?
Yes, next-day delivery is available, subject to stock and location. Call Next Day Steel at 020 8079 7719 to order now.
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